(A) It shall be unlawful for any lot, tract, parcel of real property, structure, building or premise located within the incorporated boundaries of the city, whether improved or unimproved, to contain or maintain the existence of:
(1) Weeds, grass, undergrowth or other vegetation (other than living trees, shrubs or other vegetation protected by state or local law), whether living or dead, at a height exceeding 12 inches;
(2) Plant materials, especially trees and shrubs, afflicted with decay, disease, insect infestation, or which are otherwise dangerous to other plant material, and plant materials that are not maintained, trimmed, or which evidence signs of neglect;
(3) Any accumulation of: debris, garbage, rubbish, junk, broken glass, or furniture: appliances including without limitation a refrigerator, stove, washer, dryer, television or other household item; an automobile, boat, truck, trailer, camper, watercraft and/or other vehicle, or any part thereof, whether motorized or non-motorized, that is unlicensed, unregistered, or that is inoperable, is in a state of major disassembly, disrepair, or is in the process of being stripped or dismantled, including painting of vehicles except and unless the disassembly, repair, stripping, or dismantling occurs inside a facility authorized for such use: or construction materials unless occurring pursuant to a valid construction permit; or
(4) Any trash in any building, structure or premises so that the same may afford food or harborage for rodents, rats, vermin, snakes, pests or other animal that may be hazardous to the public health, safety or welfare.
(B) All tenants or occupants of any real property abutting any local street or alley within the city, or if no tenant or occupant then the owner thereof shall be required to keep that part of the street or alley between the property lines and the curb, including gutters, or up to the median point of an alley, improved or unimproved, in a safe and sanitary condition at all times. Said area shall be kept free from trash of all kinds except household waste that is being properly disposed. Sidewalks shall be kept free from debris, sand, leaves, algae growth, vegetation and slippery conditions.
(Ord. 1283-15, passed 10-26-15) Penalty, see §
95.99